In a statement released Friday, an attorney for Roper – who pleaded not guity – said: “We remain mindful of the victims and continue to express our deepest sympathies to the family of James McNair, and our heartfelt wishes for a full recovery of those who suffered injuries in the accident.”

“While this case continues to remain in the spotlight, we have no interest in commenting on rumor or speculation, exchanging a news conference for a jury, or sacrificing Mr. Roper’s presumption of innocence for a sound bite.”

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